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Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH.
- capacity
- 52
- a week, county median
- $200
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About
About Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH.
Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH. is a child care center in Bunn, North Carolina. It is state-listed, for up to 52 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 43 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Capacity
- 52 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (919) 496-3862 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Capacity | 52 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH. has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Franklin County has a median price of $200 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$200
Home daycare$160
Toddler
Center$149
Home daycare$145
Preschool
Center$134
Home daycare$141
School age
Center$135
Home daycare$153
State record
Inspection reports for Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH.
License
- Status
- Operating; not a child care license
- License type
- Religious-sponsored program, notice of compliance under G.S. 110-106 (GS 110-106; not a child care license)
- Capacity
- 52 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #3559002
Summary
18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 27, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 18 visits · 43 rules in all · 43 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 10
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Safety and hazards 7
- Records and paperwork 6
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Background checks 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Safe sleep 1
For comparison: 92% of North Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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May 27, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2026
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2026
Oct 22, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2025
Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter.
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2025
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2025
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2025
- Mar 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 7, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
Nov 7, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
- Oct 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 20, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2024
Child was handled roughly.
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2025
When combining age groups, the staff/child ratios for the youngest child in the group was not maintained for the entire group.
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2024
Show 8 earlier visits
Aug 7, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible.
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2024
Aug 7, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible.
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2024
Jul 24, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet.
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2024
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
Corrected during the visit
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2024
- Jun 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 20, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2024
Toys and other mouth-contact surfaces were not cleaned and sanitized daily when used or cleaned more frequently if visibly dirty.
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2024
- Jan 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 13, 2023Inspection16 rules cited
Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file.
The state verified the correction on Jan 25, 2024
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2024
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Jan 16, 2024
Potential biocontaminants were not stored properly (locked storage, removed from premises, inaccessible to children, or covered plastic lined receptacle).
The state verified the correction on Jan 16, 2024
All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file.
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2024
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2023
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2023
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Jan 25, 2024
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Jan 25, 2024
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2024
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2024
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2023
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2023
All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet.
The state verified the correction on Dec 28, 2023
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2023
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
The state verified the correction on Dec 28, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH.
Is Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH. licensed?
No. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it, but its program type is not a child care license in North Carolina.
When was Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH. last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 27, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH. had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 43 rules across 10 of 18 visits in the last 3 years; 43 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 92% of North Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH. care for?
52, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH. accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH.'s hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (919) 496-3862 to confirm.
How much does Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH. cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 496-3862 to ask.
What is Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH.'s phone number?
(919) 496-3862.
Where is Helping Hands Child Care of Bunn U.Methodist CH.?
190 Main Street /North Hwy 39, Bunn, NC 27508.